Description
Discover our ultimate guide to creating irresistible cake pops using a silicone mold. This engaging blog post details every step from mixing a boxed cake mix and crumbling the cake to dipping cake pops in melted chocolate. Learn step-by-step tips to crumble the cake, press it into a mold cake, and achieve the best cake pops with a crisp coating. Ideal for Halloween cake pops or a delightful treat any day. Try silicone tools, a cake pop stick, and a toothpick for fun.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 box of cake mix (plus ingredients listed on the box)
- 1 tub (16 oz) of ready-to-use frosting
- 2 cups of crushed cake crumbs (from the cooled cake)
- 12 oz of chocolate candy melts or your favorite coating chocolate
- 1–2 teaspoons vegetable oil (optional, for smoother coating)
- Edible decorations (sprinkles, colored sugars, or drizzled white chocolate)
- Popsicle sticks
Instructions
- Bake the Cake – Preheat your oven as directed on the cake mix box. Prepare the cake batter according to the package instructions. Pour the batter into a greased cake pan and bake the cake until it is light and spongy (usually about 25 minutes). Remove from the oven and let the cake cool completely on a wire rack.
- Crumble and Combine – Once the cake is cool completely, crumble the cake into a large mixing bowl until you have fine, crumbled cake. Add the frosting gradually and mix until the crumbs hold together like dough. Adjust the frosting amount if needed. This is your base to make cake pops using silicone.
- Forming the Cake Pops – Take small portions of the crumbled cake mixture and press them firmly into the cavities of your silicone cake pop mold. Use a cookie scoop or your hands to ensure each cavity is full and smooth. Once you’ve put the cake in the mold, chill it in the refrigerator for about 15–20 minutes to firm up.
- Insert Cake Pop Sticks – Once the cake pops have hardened in the mold, gently remove them. Insert a cake pop stick or a toothpick into each cake pop. If the cake is still too soft, let it chill a little longer. This step is crucial before you dip the cake pop into melted chocolate.
- Coating the Cake Pops – Melt the chocolate candy melts in a heatproof bowl in the microwave. Heat in 30 second intervals, stirring between each interval until smooth. If needed, add 1 cup of vegetable oil or a little bit of coconut oil to thin out the chocolate coating. Dip each cake pop into the melted chocolate. Ensure you dip the cake pop completely to get an even coating. Let any excess drip off before placing the dipped cake pops on a cookie sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Decorate and Set – While the coating is still wet, add your favorite decorations. Sprinkle on colorful toppings or drizzle with white chocolate. This is a great time to use your decorating ideas and even a piping bag if you want a precise design. Let the chocolate coating harden completely at room temperature or in the refrigerator for about 10 minutes.
- Serve and Enjoy – Once the chocolate has hardened, transfer your cake pops to a cake pop stand or a serving plate. Enjoy your delicious little cakes as a tasty treat. These dipped cake pops are perfect for parties, school events, or just a fun kitchen project.
Notes
*The nutritional facts are estimates and will vary based on the cake mix, frosting, and chocolate used.*
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes (baking the cake)
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 120–150 kcal
- Sugar: 10–12 g
- Fat: 6–8 g
- Saturated Fat: 3–4 g
- Carbohydrates: 16–20 g
- Protein: 1–2 g